Director, People Business Partner - Product, Technology & AI

About the role

This role will partner closely with senior product and technology leadership to shape the people strategy for a complex, evolving organization. The Director will help drive the transition to a GM operating model, strengthen leadership accountability, and translate business priorities into practical, scalable people practices. The position will also play a key role in workforce planning, organizational design, and change management as AI continues to reshape teams, roles, and ways of working.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the EVP of Product & Technology to design and implement the GM operating model
• Define decision rights to enhance accountability and streamline decision-making processes
• Design collaboration frameworks between GMs and shared functions such as Engineering and Finance
• Adapt organizational design and performance practices to align with the GM model
• Lead change management initiatives, ensuring leader readiness and effective communication
• Develop repeatable principles and tools for people programs based on GM transformation insights
• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders, translating business priorities into actionable people plans
• Oversee org design and workforce planning, particularly in relation to AI adoption
• Conduct talent reviews and succession planning to retain critical talent
• Coach leaders on team effectiveness and performance management

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years as a senior HRBP in Engineering, Product, or R&D within a B2B SaaS or technology company
• Experience partnering with C-suite or EVP-level leaders
• Proven track record in org design, workforce planning, and change management
• Familiarity with GM or business-unit models, especially during transitions
• Understanding of software team operations, including agile methodologies and technical career paths
• Curiosity about AI's impact on work and roles
• Strong judgment in employee relations and knowledge of employment law across multiple countries
• Comfort with HR data and systems, such as Workday

Benefits

• Healthcare insurance and comprehensive life insurance
• Pension/retirement matching
• Employee assistance program
• Generous time off plans and paid company holidays
• A culture of innovation and opportunities for career progression

Pay

$150,000 – $180,000 annually

Schedule & location

Remote — US-based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available.